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'Y que viva México, cabrones!' - Interview to David López López

David el mexicano, incredible friend for partying, never missed one. Well known around Göteborg because of his particular laugh, let's say very particular laugh, we spent amazing and very funny times together. After finishing some vacations in his city Culiacán, will start a new stage on his life, the responsible new life, in Germany. From here, Sweden, all of us wish you good luck amic.

	Mexico is located in North America, shares borders with Guatemala and Benize. It has a surface of 2 million km2, and an incredible population of 108 million, 9 of them living in the capital: Mexico. It's a federal constitutional republic, with 31 states and a federal district. The official language is spanish, being the most populous Spanish-speaking country in the world.
Mexico's location

Qué pedo wei ??

This expression is used by all the young people in Mexico nowadays. The meaning is more like asking: "How are you?” It is more used between friends and never used with old people neither from man to woman. So basically you can use it within your close friends in Mexico, otherwise the guys in Mexico City will try to kick your ass.

How is your live since you came back ?

I feel great since I came back. Nevertheless I have to say that my days in Sweden were full of joy, party and friendship. I really miss a lot all the friends over there, but I’m quite sure that I will see them again.


David dancing	Thesis mates

There are some people here missing your laugh... you always did it that way? or maybe you've been improving it in several stages?

Everything start when the tone of my voice change when I was a teenager. At that moment I start laughing like everybody knows, but of course, over the years it continues evoluting and maturing, who knows, probably in the future it wll be funnier!

Tell the audience about Mexico

We have in Mexico and expression: "Como Mexico no hay dos". It means that there is no country like Mexico. As a Mexican I feel passion for my country. Some people can’t understand why so many people have passion in the same manner. Across the country you can find all kind of weathers, making Mexico a place to visit at any time. It is a country rich in nature, great beaches, mountains, valleys, desert, lakes and jungle. But what make Mexico the richest is the people, which is the most warm and friendly.


Partying	Final presentation	With people	Mexico's present

Most interesting places we can find there

Several tours can be made across the country; everything depends on your budget and the kind of attractions that you like. If you are an adventurer, you can go to Oaxaca, Selva Lacandona and Chiapas. Try to make a trip trough El cañon del sumidero in south Mexico. Also you can not miss the Mayas ruins and Playa del Carmen. If you like colonial sites, visit the following cities: Queretaro, Guanajuato, Puebla, Tlaxcala and Morelia. But try to include two days to cover Mexico City and make a trip to the pyramids, they are just great!, don’t forget the Chapultepec castle and Paseo de la Reforma!! If you have friends in north Mexico, the trip will worth it; try to go to Baja California, where the whales came to reproduce themselves in the Mar de Cortez. A trip trough the Pacific Ocean coast you will never forget, starting in Sonora and covering Sinaloa, Nayarit, Jalisco, Michoacan and Guerrero, the best beaches in the country. In the central north region of the country you can find Chihuahua and Durango, two states that brings the most beautiful views over the mountains and perfect for that people that enjoy camping in the forest.

A few think it is still dangerous for visiting, I think Finnis is still scared

Well, I think he pass the test, Tijuana is not the best place to visit in Mexico, even for a Mexican. But as soon as you are with a local "loco mexicano" like Orlando, you are pretty much safe.

Places where foreign people should never go through

It really depends on how confident you are about yourself. To travel across the country is also dangerous for Mexicans. We try to no travel over night in country side roads. Try to not enter dark sites in all the cities and most of all ask at any time if there is any military check point in the road, so you can travel without risks. Of course the most dangerous cities are in the border with USA and with Guatemala. Also the jungle site is risky because of the rebel forces action, but with caution and during the day it is possible to visit.

Places foreign people should visit

You should try to visit as much as possible, follow the recommendations listed above and you will be safe enough.

It's well known the food is quite good there, although quite spicy. Which are the most traditional dishes?

North: Carne Asada, Asado, Pozole rojo, Menudo, Tamales, Champurrado, Tostadas, Tacos dorados, Pollo asado, Birria, Barbacoa, Cabrito, Pescado Zarandeado, Aguachile, Marlin en escabeche, Brochetas de camaron.
Center: Gorditas, Memelas, Guaraches, Gringas, Tacos al pastor, Tacos de canasta, Chorreadas, Carnitas, Pozole Verde, Arrachera, Quesadillas.
South: Tamales oaxaqueños, chapulines, Enchiladas, etc...

Do you think the spanish colonization was good for Mexico?

Yes. In a certain way we still have a lot of traditions coming from Spain, these traditions are very popular for Mexicans and we appreciate them. However the way all the things happen during that time were not good, Indians suffer a lot and they were treated as animals by the spaniels. But hey, is past, history, so now I can say that our culture is very appreciated, even for Spanish people.

What about Mexico city, is that crazy as we think? In which aspects ?

It is so far the biggest city in the world. So everything can happen over there. Besides that there is a lot of violence in the suburbs of the city as well as Tepito Market which is located downtown. Taxi and bus drivers are crazy so be careful when taking transportation. Over night try to not go out alone, always be with a local and several friends, it is safer.

Best time we should try to go to Mexico

ANYTIME!!!!

Traditional or not, what are the parties we cannot miss

Independence Day – September 16.
Carnaval Season – starts 3rd week of February
Depending on the state where you are the festivities are local, so, try to look in advance for local festivities, because each city is ruled by a saint or something like that.
All the festivities referred to St. Marie Virgen are very special, so don’t miss them.

Christmas time is one of the most special times, because since the beginning of December “Las Posadas” are festivities that endure all the month and are a nice opportunity to know the Mexican culture.

Recommendations for potential tourists

Enjoy the weather, the food, the people and the places you visit. You will not regret your trip to Mexico, talk to your friends and try to make contact with any Mexican before you go there for more advices, but the best advice is: Get fun!!

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28/02/2007